Adjunct Faculty Jobs in Colorado
Adjunct Faculty jobs in Colorado are open across Denver, Grand Junction, and Fort Carson and other Colorado metros, with employers like University of Denver, Colorado Mesa University, and Colorado Christian University hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job no: 498814
Work type: Adjunct Faculty
Location: Denver, CO
Categories: Faculty
Division: Morgridge College of Education
Position Summary
The Morgridge College of Education is hiring adjunct instructors for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach various graduate courses in the Research Methods and Statistics program. Courses offered each academic term will vary. More information about the types of courses to be taught can be found on the Registrar’s Office schedule of classes at https://www.du.edu/registrar/course/scheduleofclasses.html. This posting will serve for multiple openings throughout the upcoming academic year.
Essential Functions
Course Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities:
- Teach qualitative, quantitative, and/or mixed methods courses in person or online once or twice a week (depending on the course)
- Create and maintain course Canvas container
- Hold office hours with students for 1-2 hours per week
- Assign papers, exams, and other deliverables as appropriate
- Grade in a timely manner
- Participate in recruiting and informational events as needed
Required Qualifications
- PhD degree in education or a social science-related field
- Previous teaching experience at the graduate level
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant industry experiences
- Successful scholarship record
Work Schedule
While the University’s administrative offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University’s academic calendars are posted on the registrar’s website: https://www.du.edu/registrar/calendars-deadlines
Application Deadline
Applications are being accepted and reviewed for the upcoming academic year on a rolling basis. Please submit your interest no later than August 1st, 2026 to be considered for the fall term.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Course Rate
$1,290 per credit hour taught
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, available market information, and course enrollment, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference.
Please include the following documents with your application:
- CV
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination-Statement
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
Advertised: June 15, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled
Job no: 498814
Work type: Adjunct Faculty
Location: Denver, CO
Categories: Faculty
Division: Morgridge College of Education
Position Summary
The Morgridge College of Education is hiring adjunct instructors for the 2026-2027 academic year to teach various graduate courses in the Research Methods and Statistics program. Courses offered each academic term will vary. More information about the types of courses to be taught can be found on the Registrar’s Office schedule of classes at https://www.du.edu/registrar/course/scheduleofclasses.html. This posting will serve for multiple openings throughout the upcoming academic year.
Essential Functions
Course Adjunct Faculty Responsibilities:
- Teach qualitative, quantitative, and/or mixed methods courses in person or online once or twice a week (depending on the course)
- Create and maintain course Canvas container
- Hold office hours with students for 1-2 hours per week
- Assign papers, exams, and other deliverables as appropriate
- Grade in a timely manner
- Participate in recruiting and informational events as needed
Required Qualifications
- PhD degree in education or a social science-related field
- Previous teaching experience at the graduate level
Preferred Qualifications
- Relevant industry experiences
- Successful scholarship record
Work Schedule
While the University’s administrative offices are open Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, faculty schedules vary from term to term and are based on courses taught, service commitments, and research agendas. The University’s academic calendars are posted on the registrar’s website: https://www.du.edu/registrar/calendars-deadlines
Application Deadline
Applications are being accepted and reviewed for the upcoming academic year on a rolling basis. Please submit your interest no later than August 1st, 2026 to be considered for the fall term.
Special Instructions
Candidates must apply online through jobs.du.edu to be considered. Only applications submitted online will be accepted.
Course Rate
$1,290 per credit hour taught
The University of Denver has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The University may ultimately pay more or less than the posted compensation range. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, available market information, and course enrollment, but not based on a candidate’s sex or any other protected status.
Benefits
The University of Denver offers some benefits for non-benefited employees. The University of Denver is a private institution that empowers students who want to make a difference.
Please include the following documents with your application:
- CV
The University of Denver is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital, family, or parental status, pregnancy or related conditions, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University of Denver does not discriminate and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, creed, disability, sex (including sex stereotypes, sex characteristics, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), marital family, and parental status, pregnancy, genetic information, military enlistment, or veteran status, and any other class of individuals protected from discrimination under federal, state, or local law, regulation, or ordinance in any of the University’s educational programs and activities, and in the employment (including application for employment) and admissions (including application for admission) context, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; the Americans with Disabilities Act; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975; the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967; the Equal Pay Act; the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act; the Colorado Protecting Opportunities and Worker's Rights ("POWR") Act; and any other federal, state, and local laws, regulations, or ordinances that prohibit discrimination, harassment, and/or retaliation. For more information, please see the University of Denver's Non-Discrimination-Statement
All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a criminal history background check.
Advertised: June 15, 2026
Applications close: Open until filled
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Adjunct Faculty Job Market in Colorado
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Who's Hiring
- University of Denver13
- Colorado Mesa University4
- Colorado Christian University1
- University of Maryland Global Campus1
Top Industries Hiring
- Education18
What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in adjunct faculty jobs across Colorado.
- Master's degree or higher in the relevant subject area
- Prior college-level teaching experience in the field
- Ability to develop and deliver course curriculum and syllabi
- Familiarity with a learning management system such as Canvas or Blackboard
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse student populations
- Availability to teach in-person, hybrid, or fully online course formats
Adjunct Faculty Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How many adjunct faculty jobs are there in Colorado?
There are 19+ adjunct faculty openings in Colorado on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Denver, Grand Junction, and Fort Carson. New positions post regularly as employers across Colorado hire.
Which Colorado cities have the most adjunct faculty jobs?
Denver, Grand Junction, and Fort Carson have the most adjunct faculty openings in Colorado right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire adjunct facultys in Colorado?
Employers hiring adjunct facultys in Colorado include University of Denver, Colorado Mesa University, and Colorado Christian University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote adjunct faculty jobs in Colorado?
Yes. About 5% of adjunct faculty openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Colorado metros.
How do I apply for adjunct faculty jobs in Colorado?
You can apply to adjunct faculty jobs in Colorado directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Colorado location, then apply to each one that fits.
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